Private Traditional Felucca Sailboat Adventure: 3 Nights on the Nile

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Nile Felucca Adventure: 3-Night Private Sailing from Aswan to Edfu

Escape the crowds of the big cruise ships aboard your own private traditional felucca. For 3 unforgettable nights, the entire sailboat is exclusively yours as you drift from Aswan towards Edfu, visiting the Daraw Camel Market, Kom Ombo Temple, the ancient quarries of Jabal El Silsila and authentic Nile villages. With home-cooked meals on board, a panoramic sundeck and the personal care of Captain JJ Jamaica and his crew, this is the Nile the way travelers experienced it for centuries. Pricing: $24 per person per night — minimum charge $120 per night for the whole boat (up to 5 persons), maximum 12 persons.

Overview

  • Tour Type:Private Tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
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Highlights

  • $24 per person per night — minimum boat charge $120 per night (up to 5 persons, max 12)
  • Exclusive use of the entire private felucca — no strangers on board
  • Visit Daraw Camel Market, Kom Ombo Temple, Jabal El Silsila and traditional Nile villages
  • Felucca equipped with a bathroom and panoramic sundeck
  • All meals, mineral water, tea, coffee and cozy blankets included
  • Swim in the Nile and enjoy magical sunsets every evening
  • Departure at 10:00 AM from Aswan — ends at 8:00 AM on the final day near Edfu
from$72.00 /person

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Itinerary

Day 1: Set Sail from Aswan until Sunset

Board your private felucca at 10:00 AM and begin your Nile journey. Sail along the river soaking in the scenic views, and continue until a captivating sunset. Lunch and dinner served on board.

Day 2: Daraw Camel Market & Kom Ombo Temple

Sail to Daraw and witness its vibrant camel market and local life (market days: Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays). Continue to the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, then spend the night on board. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.

Day 3: Jabal El Silsila & Nile Villages

Sail to Jabal El Silsila and explore the ancient sandstone quarries that supplied Egypt's greatest temples. Continue to traditional Nile villages, interact with the locals and experience their culture, then return to the felucca for dinner and your overnight stay. All meals included.

Day 4: Disembarkation & Edfu Temple

Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at 8:00 AM. Visit the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt (entry tickets not included). Please note the itinerary is subject to changes based on weather and wind conditions.

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  • Duration: 3 Nights / 4 Days
  • Language: English
  • Departure: Aswan
Includes

Exclusive use of the entire private felucca

All meals, mineral water, tea, coffee and cozy blankets on board

Felucca equipped with a bathroom and panoramic sundeck

Transportation to Daraw Camel Market (on market days: Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays)

Local transportation from the felucca drop-off point to Edfu Temple

Experienced captain and crew

Entry tickets for sightseeing

Drinks (available for purchase on board)

Egyptologist guide (available upon request)

Transportation from the felucca drop-off point to Luxor

Gratuities for the crew

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